2005 Audi Allroad — MOT failures & pass rate
547 MOT tests on the 2005 Audi Allroad are in this dataset, and 72.4% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail at 27.6%, so the 2005 Allroad sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 17.7% of all tests — 5.9 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, pins and bushes and joints — headlamp aim alone was recorded 69 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 29.8% versus 25.6%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 42.6% of tests without failing them.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 30.3% in 2021 to 22.4% in 2025, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.7% | 97 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.9% | 65 |
| 3 | Brakes | 10.8% | 59 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.7% | 53 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.5% | 30 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 3.8% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 69 |
| 2 | Pins and bushes | 52 |
| 3 | Joints | 50 |
| 4 | Headlamp | 41 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 31 |
| 6 | Flexible brake hoses | 24 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 42.6% | 233 |
| 2 | Suspension | 36.8% | 201 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.9% | 136 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 19.2% | 105 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 19.0% | 104 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 11.3% | 62 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 39 | 25.6% |
| 90-120k | 74 | 25.7% |
| 120-150k | 151 | 26.5% |
| 150k+ | 275 | 29.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 178 | 30.3% |
| 2022 | 136 | 25.0% |
| 2023 | 114 | 28.9% |
| 2024 | 70 | 27.1% |
| 2025 | 49 | 22.4% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Allroad
On a 2005 Allroad, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (17.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (10.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2005 Audi Allroads pass their MOT?
72.4% of the 547 2005 Audi Allroad MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Audi Allroad?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.7% of tests, followed by suspension (11.9%).
Does the 2005 Allroad get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.6% in the 60-90k band to 29.8% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 547 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.